Fixed expressions
Idioms
English fixed expressions — phrases whose meaning isn't obvious from the individual words. Each entry shows the meaning, an example sentence, and its register.
Idioms containing horse, including its inflections. Clear word filter
5 idioms
hold your horses
CEFR B1Used to tell someone to wait or slow down before acting.
Informal
horses for courses
CEFR B2different people or choices suit different tasks and circumstances
Neutral
put the cart before the horse
CEFR B2to do things in the wrong order
Neutral
straight from the horse's mouth
CEFR B2from the most reliable, first-hand source
Informal
a dark horse
CEFR C1A person who surprises everyone by showing unexpected talent or success.
Neutral